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Robert Ludlum

Robert Ludlum (1927-2001) was an American author of thriller novels best known for his character Jason Bourne and the Bourne Trilogy, he also wrote under the pen names Jonathan Ryder and Michael Shepherd. Prior to his writing career Ludlum was a Marine and later worked a theater actor and producer. He published his first book The Scarlatti Inheritance in 1971 and published a number of other thrillers before writing The Bourne Identity in 1980.

Robert Ludlum

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Find all of Robert Ludlum's books at Barnes & Noble. The American author most famous for his spy thriller book series about Jason Bourne, the iconic character that later became a movie sensation in the blockbuster films starring Matt Damon. Ludlum's original Jason Bourne series includes The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy and The Bourne Ultimatum. The books follow a man's race for survival as he grapples with amnesia wearing a face that has been altered by plastic surgery — even his name is unknown. Ludlum's books are known for their thrilling action, suspenseful plots, conspiracies, betrayals, fascinating characters and exciting international settings. Whether you're searching for Robert Ludlum's Jason Bourne series or his other popular novels, we've got you covered. Robert Ludlum has written 27 novels including his first book, The Scarlatti Inheritance, a WWII espionage novel that delves into a high-ranking Nazi official's relentless quest for power, and The Matarese Circle, his bestselling thriller about a manipulative circle of killers seeking to establish a new world order under their control. Ludlum's other widely celebrated books include The Chancellor Manuscript and The Apocalypse Watch. After his death in 2001, several authors have continued Ludlum's legacy by writing books based on his characters and ideas. Notably, his Jason Bourne series was continued by Eric Van Lustbader, who wrote twelve additional books featuring Bourne's new adventures. Pick up one of his bestsellers or read Robert Ludlum's books in order.

10 Bestselling Books by Robert Ludlum

  • The Prometheus Deception 
  • The Bourne Identity 
  • The Bourne Supremacy
  • The Bourne Ultimatum 
  • The Road to Gondolfo
  • The Matarese Circle 
  • The Janson Directive 
  • The Scarlatti Inheritance 
  • The Aquitaine Progression 
  • The Cry of the Halidon